Computer Engineering: Adjunct Faculty Pool (Ongoing)

Job #JPF00231

Engineering School - Computer Engineering

We are no longer accepting applications for this recruitment

Description

The Department of Computer Engineering in the Baskin School of Engineering at the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) invites qualified individuals to apply to our ongoing pool of Assistant Adjunct Professor, Associate Adjunct Professor, and Adjunct Professor positions. Adjunct faculty are expected to engage in research or other creative activity, teaching, and University and public service. Appointments in this series may be assigned to academic scholars currently affiliated with other universities, or to qualified individuals who are professional practitioners of appropriate distinction when such an affiliation supports the academic and professional endeavors of the department. These appointments forge closer relations between the university and other academic institutions or industry and are frequently non-salaried and involve a limited length of service. Academically qualified research or other creative personnel who contribute significantly to teaching either in formal courses or in guidance of graduate students in one or more of the areas below are encouraged to apply.

We seek outstanding candidates who can contribute to the diversity of scholarly activity and add additional dimension to the Baskin School of Engineering by complementing or augmenting our existing research strengths. Current areas of excellence and research foci within Computer Engineering include computer system design, networks, mobile and cloud computing, embedded and autonomous systems, digital media, sensor technology, robotics and assistive technology.

UC Santa Cruz is the University of California campus nearest to Silicon Valley and maintains close ties with local industry in the field of computer engineering. The campus is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching and/or service.

SALARY: Appointments may be with or without salary, and are contingent on funding availability. As a minimum, one half of the funding for the base salary shall come from non-state funds. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or equivalent foreign degree in Computer Engineering or closely related or relevant field. Teaching experience demonstrated by college level teaching experience, TA experience, research presentations and/or professional training seminars. Participation and achievement in professional organizations and demonstrated record of research and publication.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: University teaching experience, dynamic record of research excellence and productivity, and record of extramural funding.

POSITION AVAILABLE: Appointments will be pursued as determined by the departmental needs.

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm.

CLOSING DATE: Ongoing. As this is an ongoing recruitment, applicants must update their application materials every two years if they are interested in remaining in the pool.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available here or from the Academic Personnel Office (APO) at (831) 459-4300.

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